Brian Cashman

Cubs President Theo Epstein condensed his two major moves Tuesday night as the simple transaction of “trading” mercurial infielder Starlin Castro for two-time American League All-Star Ben Zobrist and pitcher Adam Warren.

But it took some juggling for Epstein and his staff to address several significant needs for the Cubs.

The Cubs cleared $38 million in trading Castro to the Yankees for Warren, 28, who could help the pitching staff in a variety of roles and isn’t eligible for free agency until after the 2018 season, and a player to be named.

In moving the contract of Castro, 25, a three-time National League All-Star shortstop who moved to second base and excelled in...

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